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New KEPSA–Factorial partnership targets AI adoption in HR across Kenya
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New KEPSA–Factorial partnership targets AI adoption in HR across Kenya

Factorial has partnered with the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) to accelerate the adoption of technology-driven workforce solutions among Kenyan businesses. The partnership, backed by Factorial’s USD $10 million AI Acceleration…

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Ruto: Govt is committed to weed out bandits
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Ruto: Govt is committed to weed out bandits

President William Ruto has assured the residents of Laikipia County that security forces will flush out the few remaining bandits hiding in Mukogodo Forest situated in northeastern Laikipia, near the Isiolo border in order to bring a…

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Waiguru boosts Njukiini residents with bursaries, water, disability support
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Waiguru boosts Njukiini residents with bursaries, water, disability support

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has intensified her grassroots empowerment programme in the county, boosting Njukiini residents with assorted socio-economic support aimed at strengthening livelihoods, expanding access to essential services…

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EACC raises concern over state officers engaging in politics
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EACC raises concern over state officers engaging in politics

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has raised serious concerns regarding the active participation of state and public officers engaging in partisan political campaigns ahead of the 2027 General Elections. The anti graft body…

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Govt okays wage increase for Kenyan workers
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Govt okays wage increase for Kenyan workers

The Government has formalised the wage increase for all Kenyan workers following the signing of two legal notices by Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua on Thursday. Through the legal notice, Kenyan workers will now benefit from a 12pc…

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Glovo to invest Ksh 10B in Kenya within four years
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Glovo to invest Ksh 10B in Kenya within four years

Food delivery platform Glovo has announced plans to invest 10 billion shillings in Kenya by the year 2030 in an expansion drive that is expected to double the workforce to 1,200. Glovo Kenya Managing Director Caroline Mutuku says the new…

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MPs decry ‘deplorable’ living conditions at GSU camp in Mombasa
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MPs decry ‘deplorable’ living conditions at GSU camp in Mombasa

Members of the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security have raised alarm over the state of housing and amenities at the General Service Unit (GSU) camp in Mombasa describing the conditions as unfit for officers…

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Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait
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Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

Oil prices rose on Friday in Asia after the US and Iran exchanged fire in the key Strait of Hormuz waterway. The US military said it intercepted what it called “unprovoked” Iranian attacks – including missiles, drones and small boats – and…

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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt
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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt

The US State Department has said it will start to revoke the passports of Americans who owe significant amounts of child support. The department announced that parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support…

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Government moves to strengthen Mwalimu cover implementation
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Government moves to strengthen Mwalimu cover implementation

The Government has announced new measures to strengthen the implementation of the Mwalimu Comprehensive Medical Cover under the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund as part of efforts to improve teachers’ access to quality healthcare.…

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State to enforce stricter police recruitment measures
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State to enforce stricter police recruitment measures

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the state will introduce tougher police recruitment measures aimed at enhancing discipline, integrity, and professionalism within the National Police Service. The move…

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Alliance Française kicks off cultural festival as part of Africa Forward
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Alliance Française kicks off cultural festival as part of Africa Forward

The Alliance Française de Nairobi opened its doors on May 7 to launch the Africa Forward Fest, a three-day pan-African literary festival that marks the cultural opening act of one of the continent’s most significant diplomatic gatherings…

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Shakira teases new World Cup song produced with Burna Boy
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Shakira teases new World Cup song produced with Burna Boy

Colombian pop idol Shakira on Thursday teased the new official song for the 2026 World Cup, releasing a brief video of the track filmed at Brazil’s iconic Maracana Stadium. The singer, who also created the 2010 World Cup anthem “Waka…

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Kenya has repatriated hundreds of Kenyans from illegal jobs abroad
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Kenya has repatriated hundreds of Kenyans from illegal jobs abroad

Over 751 Kenyans have been rescued, with 615 having been repatriated, and 39 jailed in Myanmar for illegal entry and cybercrime offences in the last four years. Speaking while responding to the Senate Standing Committee on Labour…

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EAC intensifies push for harmonised digital policies to boost regional trade
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EAC intensifies push for harmonised digital policies to boost regional trade

The East African Community (EAC) is ramping up efforts to integrate digital systems across member states in a bid to boost regional trade, lower business costs and improve access to online services. Speaking on Thursday during a joint EAC…

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Government to turn Kiganjo into police university
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Government to turn Kiganjo into police university

‎The government has unveiled plans to transform the National Police Training College Kiganjo in Nyeri into a fully-fledged police university as part of efforts to modernise the country’s security sector. Interior Cabinet Secretary…

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NTSA launches electronic logbooks
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NTSA launches electronic logbooks

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched e-registration of vehicles, where motorists will now be able to access their logbooks online and even transfer vehicle ownership online without visiting NTSA offices. Speaking…

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WHO says now five confirmed cruise ship hantavirus cases
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WHO says now five confirmed cruise ship hantavirus cases

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that there were now five confirmed hantavirus cases from the Atlantic cruise ship outbreak, with three more suspected – and warned more cases were possible. The WHO said it expected the…

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11 arrested over alleged embezzlement of Eldama Ravine NG-CDF funds
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11 arrested over alleged embezzlement of Eldama Ravine NG-CDF funds

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested 11 suspects over allegations of embezzlement of Ksh 85 million from the Eldama Ravine National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF) kitty. The suspects, including…

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34 counties on alert as heavy rains forecast over next five days
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34 counties on alert as heavy rains forecast over next five days

The ongoing rainfall being experienced in several parts of the country is expected to intensify over the next five days, from Friday, May 8, to May 13, 2026. According to an advisory issued by the Kenya Meteorological Department on…

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KAGC circuit: Jay Sandhu headlines competitive field at Kiambu Open
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KAGC circuit: Jay Sandhu headlines competitive field at Kiambu Open

Kenya Amateur Golf Circuit leader Jay Sandhu leads a strong team of amiable competitors at the Kiambu Open,a leg in the circuit that’s set to tee off May 8-10th. The battle for this seasons title is thrown wide open with new champions…

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Ruto orders digitisation of education data within two months.
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Ruto orders digitisation of education data within two months.

President William Ruto has directed the prompt digitisation of data across the education sector to get accurate information for proper planning. In conjunction with Konza Technopolis, the President said the ongoing digitisation exercise…

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